Some Red State/Blue State Indicia

mqt said:
They studied the issue, discovered the heating effects they noticed are too localized to contribute to rising global temperatures and have instead focused on causes that affect more than just the local conditions. There are plenty of people looking to combat the effects of urbanization, but the people focused on the global climate aren’t them.
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For good reason. Urbanization and higher population density is one of the most cost effective ways to reduce our carbon footprint.
 
sturg33 said:
Does anyone face any penalties about getting things wrong for decades?

Isnt florida supposed to be under water now?
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Penalties?

I don’t think this criticism is quite as relevant here, as it’s a case where the people you mostly disagree with looked at a man-made system that observably makes their environments hotter and concluded that the science doesn’t support doing much of anything about it because of how immense the Earth is.
 
mqt said:
They studied the issue, discovered the heating effects they noticed are too localized to contribute to rising global temperatures and have instead focused on causes that affect more than just the local conditions. There are plenty of people looking to combat the effects of urbanization, but the people focused on the global climate aren’t them.
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Yeah more and more doesn’t contribute lol.

Right.
 
what fan events are happening in ny/nj in conjunction with the World Cup

Here are the main fan events and fan zones planned for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the NY/NJ area (as of late April 2026). These include official watch parties, live match viewings on big screens, music, cultural programming, food, and interactive activations. Many are free in NYC, while some NJ spots may involve tickets.


New Jersey Fan Events​


  • NYNJ World Cup 26 Jersey Fan Hub (primary NJ fan destination)Location: Sports Illustrated Stadium (Red Bull Arena), Harrison, NJDates: Select dates from June 11 – July 19, 2026 (activations throughout the tournament, especially around MetLife matches)Highlights: Live match watch parties (including on the stadium field with a massive screen), musical performances (main stage + smaller stages), fan activations, Red Bull New York appearances, and community events. Some specific concert tie-ins announced (e.g., KYGO with Kaleo on June 22).Tickets likely required for some elements; check for updates on programming and pricing.
  • Flag Cities Festivals(Hudson County / northern NJ area)Multiple pop-up style events with food trucks, beer gardens, live music, soccer activities, and vendors.Example dates/locations include:
    • Jersey City, Overpeck Park (Bergen County), Secaucus, Newark, East Rutherford, and a "Welcome World" event in Bayonne (late June).Some may require tickets; see flagcities.com for the full schedule.

Note: The large official FIFA Fan Festival™ at Liberty State Park was previously announced but later canceled.


New York City (Five Boroughs) – Mostly Free Fan Events​


NYC recently announced a big expansion of free official fan programming across all five boroughs, with live match viewings, local food, cultural events, and activations. These are designed to make the World Cup accessible without stadium tickets.


  • Queens: NYNJ World Cup 26 Queens Group Stage HQLocation: USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing MeadowsDates: June 11–27, 2026 (daily programming and match viewings, focused on group stage)Produced in partnership with Live Nation.
  • Manhattan: NYNJ World Cup 26 & Telemundo Fan Village at Rockefeller CenterLocation: Rockefeller Center (plaza area)Dates: July 6–19, 2026 (daily; extended hours during knockout/Finals stages)Watch parties, fan activations, and a festive village atmosphere in Midtown. A mini-pitch setup is also mentioned in some family guides.
  • Bronx: NYNJ World Cup 26 Bronx Fan ZoneLocation: Bronx Terminal MarketDates: June 13–14, 2026Shorter, matchday-focused with local cultural programming.
  • Brooklyn: Brooklyn Fan ZoneLocation: Brooklyn Bridge ParkDates: June 13 – July 19, 2026 (daily programming and match viewings).
  • Staten Island: Staten Island Fan ZoneLocation: SIUH Community Park (FerryHawks stadium area)Dates: June 29 – July 2, 2026Match viewings and evening programming (details still coming).

These borough events were announced just in the last day or two by Mayor Mamdani, Governor Hochul, and the NYNJ Host Committee.


Additional Notes​


  • MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford, NJ) will host several high-profile matches, including the final on July 19, 2026. Fan energy will spill over into the surrounding area (e.g., American Dream Mall nearby is planning its own "Dream Fan Fest" with watch parties and activities).
  • Programming details (exact daily hours, performers, food vendors, etc.) are still being finalized for many sites—check the official sites closer to the dates.
  • Best resources for updates:
    • Official NYNJ Host Committee: nynjfwc26.com/fan-events
    • FIFA Fan Festival page (for the region)
    • Sports Illustrated Stadium fan hub page
    • NYC Tourism or the Host Committee's Instagram (@fwc26nynj)

The overall vibe is a mix of big centralized hubs (Jersey Fan Hub, Queens, Rockefeller) and neighborhood-style free zones so locals and visitors can celebrate without needing expensive match tickets. If you're looking for something specific (family-friendly, free only, certain dates, or team-specific watch parties), let me know for more targeted info!
 
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